President Mel Burks led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mr. Joseph Salisbury, counselor at Terre Haute North Vigo High School, and Mr. Tim Kelley, representing Workforce Development, presented a brief overview of the long-term partnership between Terre Haute North Vigo High School and Western Indiana Employment Training Services, Workforce Development, and the Western Indiana Workforce Investment Board.
Comments were received from Mrs. Carol Howard, Mrs. Pat Johnson, and Mrs. Camilla Correll.
Mr. May moved, and Dr. Minnis seconded, approval of the Consent Agenda.All Board Members voted “aye.”
The following Consent Agenda items were approved:
1.Approval of Minutes – Organizational Meeting – January 8, 2001
2.Approval of Minutes – Regular Meeting – January 8, 2001
3.Accounts Payable Docket – January 2001
4.Transfer of Appropriations as of December 31, 2000 – General Fund
5.Transfer of Appropriations as of December 31, 2000 – Transportation
6.Transfer of Appropriations as of December 31, 2000 – Capital Projects Fund
7.Transfer of Appropriations for 2001 Budget – General Fund
8.Professional Leave Requests
Mr. Danner noted that the 2001 Capital Projects Fund Plan contains funds for major renovations and additions at West Vigo High School/Middle School and Rio Grande Elementary School.Representatives from Martin Riley Mock architects and Energy Systems Group summarized the design for these two facilities.
Mr. Tanoos presented the Personnel Report for approval.
Mr. May moved, and Dr. Minnis seconded, approval.All Board Members voted “aye.”
Mr. Tanoos noted that bids were received and opened on December 19, 2000, and requested approval to award a contract to Speedway International Trucks, Inc., for a total amount of $1,259,998.Mr. Tanoos stated that the Board approved budget for bus replacement for 2001 is $1,330,000.Mr. Danner responded to questions from Board Members.
Dr. Minnis moved, and Mr. Tom seconded, approval.All Board Members voted “aye.”
Mr. Tanoos requested permission to advertise, as needed, for 2001 Capital Projects.He noted that the 2001 Capital Projects Fund Plan contains several projects that exceed the $75,000 bid limit when combined, and it is advantageous to combine some similar projects to achieve an economic benefit.Mr. Tanoos, Mr. Blade, and Mr. Danner responded to questions from Board Members.
Dr. Minnis moved, and Mr. Tom seconded, approval.All Board Members voted “aye.”
Mr. Tanoos requested approval of the DeVaney Elementary School Professional Development Schools Grant, and noted that the goal of this proposal is to improve student performance in English and language arts.
Comments were received from Mr. Justin Copp, and Ms. Jen Baumgarner.
Mr. Shike inquired as to how many classes the corporation has with 32 students.Dr. Wedding responded that there are less than 10 classes with 32 students.Mr. Tanoos stated that he would ask Dr. Wedding to call Mrs. Pair so that a meeting could be organized for Dr. Wedding to meet with the concerned parents.
Monday, February 12, 2001 – 7:00 P.M. – Administration Building
Monday, February 26, 2001 – 7:00 P.M. – Administration Building
ADJOURNMENT:7:56 P.M.
Approved:
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